Hi All,

I think we have reached a working consensus: postpone the major events of CU Bike Month 2020 (Bike to Work Day, Bike to School Day, etc.). I think Urbana’s Market at the Square is going to different as well, especially in May.  So likely no Bike to Market, no Spring Bike Rodeos, etc.

I think we can find ways to stay in contact with our participants from the last few years and encourage them that going out on bike rides could be a very healthy and life giving activity this spring. The links below are from a post today by another cycling advocate:

I think the message that cycling can reduce stress is a positive message while we navigate this pandemic.

We are in unprecedented times. Our thoughts go out to the people who have been affected by this global health crisis, and we are humbled by those on the front lines who are working tirelessly to contain the coronavirus. 

https://la.streetsblog.org/2020/03/13/bicycling-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/

https://www.bicycling.com/news/a31469228/cycling-during-coronavirus/

We have time to look at the fall and think about how to schedule and balance our programs and energies.  So no need to do a lot of that at the moment.

So, let’s ponder this decision to cancel the organized parts of CU Bike Month 2020 overnight and touch base again tomorrow in the early afternoon to finalize our decision, or consider an alternative.  Check with your colleagues, read the news, look at your calendars, and either Gabe or I will start a group email after lunch.

Jeff